Builds 1972 FJ40 Restoration Project (1 Viewer)

[greenhorn311]

So you bought two of everything??After your study you can send me the rejects he he ... good work did you end up using the oem stuff

 

[kvanoort]

Blasted Parts - Progress Update

I haven't posted an update lately so I thought I should share a few photos showing my slow but steady progress. A friend let me use his media blasting cabinet and here are the results.

I'm going to powder coat the valve cover Cardinal P141-BK03 BLK-TEX Semi Gloss - It's a semi gloss textured black. The air cleaner is going to be coated a satin black and I going to use a BBQ black spray paint for the exhaust manifold. The engine mounts will be the same color as the engine -- Bill Hirsch black paint.

2F Valve Cover & F Intake Manifold

F Exhaust Manifold, 2F Motor Mounts, 3 Speed Transmission Mounts

F Air Cleaner Assembly

 

[kvanoort]

Painted 2F Block

About two months ago the weather was nice enough to paint the block. I used Bill Hirsch paint. Here are a couple photos:

Time to get the 3 speed bell housing off the old block and get it cleaned up. It's been awhile but I think I recall seeing that the 3 speed flywheel was missing a tooth or two. Time to clean more parts and buy more parts.

 

[bsmith123]

new shiny nice!

Nice photo documentation,


Man all those shiny new engine parts..yummy!!!!

 

[kvanoort]

Progress

To show that I'm actually making some progress on my project, I thought I'd post links to some of the various build questions I've had along the way. As I complete each individual subject, I'll post what I've learned from MUD members together with pictures of my build. Here's a list of topics:

2F with F Parts
https://forum.ih8mud.com/40-55-series-tech/202509-2f-f-parts.html

2F 3 Speed
https://forum.ih8mud.com/40-55-series-tech/203327-2f-3-speed.html

Exhaust Manifold Heat Riser
https://forum.ih8mud.com/40-55-series-tech/205139-frozen-exhaust-manifold-heat-riser.html

2F Oil Filter Bracket & Gasket
https://forum.ih8mud.com/40-55-series-tech/208790-2f-oil-filter-bracket-gasket.html

2F Alternator Location
https://forum.ih8mud.com/40-55-series-tech/209364-75-fj40-2f-alternator-location.html

2F H2O Pump Pulley
https://forum.ih8mud.com/40-55-series-tech/209365-1975-2f-h2o-pump-pulley.html

Thermostat Housing Install
https://forum.ih8mud.com/40-55-series-tech/209646-thermostat-housing-install.html

Distributor Advice
https://forum.ih8mud.com/40-55-series-tech/213049-distributor-advice.html

Timing Cover Bolts Torque
https://forum.ih8mud.com/40-55-series-tech/213201-timing-cover-bolts-torque-realtime-help.html

Flywheel Ring Gear
https://forum.ih8mud.com/40-55-series-tech/214503-flywheel-ring-gear.html

Valve Covers
https://forum.ih8mud.com/40-55-series-tech/181620-valve-covers.html

 

[SD_rdcruzer]

Nice work and attention to detail. That will be a mighty fine rig when you get it all done.

 

[kvanoort]

Resurfaced Flywheel

Wish I had more progress to share but here's a picture of the resurfaced 3-speed flywheel. I also had it balanced. $30 for resurfacing and $30 for balancing. Notice the step resurfacing.

I also picked up misc parts this weekend from Stevinson Toyota in Lakewood, CO and organized my work area so that I could figure out what still needs to be done.

Manifold assembly:

And the best pictures of all, my constant companion:

 

[DanS HJ-45]

Most detailed! Very, very nice work!

Looks like your helper isn't quite so into the cruiser.

Dan

 

[tlc_4play]

I've pulled the 3,0ltr B diesel motor out of my 1979 40 and am in the process of doing a full body off restoration and replacing the B diesel with a completely rebuilt 2F.

There were a few issues with differing engine and gearbox mountings - but nothing too serious.

 

[AKcruiserfreak]

Looking really nice! Your attention to detail is MUCH higher than mine,

TK

 

[tlc_4play]

Nice looking motor but, was there a reason why you posted pictures of your build in this thread? You should probably start your own build thread.

Sorry for hijacking your thread :whoops: I'll delete

 

[kvanoort]

2F Motor Installed

This past Tuesday night I was able to install the 2F motor into my cruiser. I did it alone using a fellow Rising Sun 4x4 member's engine hoist and everything went very smoothly. When I got home from work tonight, I put in the 3 speed flywheel and etched and painted the clutch fork and bellhousing side covers. To install the clutch disk and pressure plate, I need to borrow a friend's alignment tool so I'll get to that this Saturday. I'll take some pictures this weekend and add them to this posting.

I also need to give a lot of credit to Coolerman for documenting his build so well. I have referenced his Website numerous times and have found the information very useful for my project. Here's a link to the Home page of his FJ40 project: Main Page

So, thanks Coolerman!!!

 

[kvanoort]

2F Motor Installed

Just thought I would post a few photos of the 2F installed. Since these were taken, I have also installed the fan, shrowd, radiator, mechanical oil pressure gauge and exhaust. More pics to come soon.

 

[brew8]

I like the valve cover.

 

[kvanoort]

I like the valve cover.

Thanks. I had the cover powder coated with Cardinal P141-BK03 BLK-TEX Semi Gloss - It's a semi gloss textured black. It's a nice contrast to the standard black air cleaner and I think it looks aggressive.

 

[kvanoort]

Here are the latest photos of my 2F rebuild progress. FJ60 side cover is painted and attached. Rebuilt carb and dizzy are back from Jim C. Starter installed. Exhaust system in place. Now waiting on a few more parts.

 

[BELMONT148]

Looks great! All these beautiful 2F's lately have started inspiring me to rebuild my own. Just when I thought I was done.

Jeremy

 

[kvanoort]

Adjusted the valves, installed the FJ60 ignition, starter, hoses, aircleaner, water pump/alternator belt and accelerator cable. Now I'm getting the headlights, side markers and tail lights working so as soon as my new gas tank arrives from SOR it should be ready to fire up.

 

[jimhendrixx]

uba shang shang!

My 71 fj40 years ago blew a piston just like that!

 

[kvanoort]

uba shang shang!

Is that the sound it made before it blew up? uba shang shang bang!